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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a General and Operations Managers:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Business Administration and Management, General
Graduate Degree: Business Administration and Management, General
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Life & Career Milestones
I've taken a lot of twists and turns
1.
Had passion for hospitality, but felt there were no opportunities.
2.
Majored in Diesel Technology at a local community college, got an Associate in Science Degree.
3.
After college, got a job as a Diesel Mechanic. Made lots of money, but started to become unhappy.
4.
Unhappy with my career after a few years, I started working weekends serving and bartending.
5.
Realised my passion was working in the hospitality industry. Resigned as a Diesel Mechanic.
6.
I went back to College. After a few years, I graduated with a Bachelors in Hospitality Management.
7.
Now I manage several sites as a Facilities Manager for ARAMARK - a leader in Hospitality Management.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
You should focus on a career that will make you rich, not what makes you happy. You can't have both. - My Family You should stay closer to home and not move away from home to finish college or pursue new opportunities. - My Friends
How I responded:
Focus on the goal of whatever is going to make you happy at the end of the day. You may have successes & failures along the way, but the goal is to learn from each opportunity and work towards overall happiness. Making money is essential, but it should not be the ultimate factor when you decide what opportunities you should follow. Your true Friends & Family will support you no matter what opportunities you decide to follow, but in the end it's all about you & your happiness.